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Health Innovation Festival 2026 Heads to Accra, Ghana this June 

The future of healthcare in Africa will be shaped by young innovators, bold partnerships, and locally driven solutions — and the Health Innovation Festival (HIFest 2026) – formerly AfyaFest, aims to bring all three together in one dynamic continental gathering.  This flagship innovation event of the Africa Health Collaborative (AHC) will take place in Accra, Ghana, from June 4-6, 2026.  Co-hosted by two of Ghana’s leading universities — Ashesi University […]

AfyaFest 2025 

Hosted by Amref Health Africa Who Can Participate  Participants will include invited student-led teams and early-stage entrepreneurs from Ghana, Kenya, Rwanda, South Africa, Ethiopia, Senegal, Zambia, and Canada—ensuring a rich mix of perspectives and experiences.  The Experience Three days. One goal: Transform ideas into impact.  FAQ We’re spotlighting solutions in four urgent health priorities:  Maternal […]